TOMATO STEAK SANDWICHES

One day when we were light on groceries, I came up with this recipe. It’s been a favorite ever since, especially when we need a quick dinner.

—TESSA EDWARDS PROVO, UT



START TO FINISH: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS


2 teaspoons canola oil

1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips

1/8 teaspoon salt

Dash pepper

3 plain bagels, split

1/3 cup cream cheese, softened

6 thick slices tomato

6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

1. Preheat broiler. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add the beef; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until browned; drain. Stir in salt and pepper.

2. Spread the cut sides of the bagels with cream cheese. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet; spoon the beef over the bagels. Top with tomato and mozzarella cheese. Broil 4-6 in. from heat 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.